Xiaohongshu
Do you want to achieve highly in your career but sometimes worry you’re not good enough, even when you have evidence that you are? You’re not alone. This supportive workshop helps you understand imposter syndrome, recognise your own patterns of self‑doubt, and learn practical tools to reframe unhelpful thoughts. You’ll practise talking about your strengths in a way that feels natural and leave with a personalised “confidence action plan” you can use straight away.
Who it’s for: All students who want to feel more confident about their career journey
Format: In-person, interactive and supportive – no one put on the spot
Skill focus: Confidence, Self‑Awareness, Communication
Meet your session leads:
Bushra Rashid is a Careers Consultant for the BEAMS Team and works with students to increase their employability skills through one to one’s and workshops. With her background in Human Resources Management in the private sector, Bushra has vast experience of recruiting graduates and helping them to develop their career management skills.
Nicola Urquhart (Careers Team Leader) is a qualified Careers Consultant with experience leading and teaching employability across the HE sector. She holds a Master’s degree in Careers Guidance and a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, and is also a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
⭐ ExtendED Conference
This session is part of the ExtendED Conference - two days of trying things out, meeting new people and discovering skills you didn’t even realise you had. Think of it as a little festival of confidence‑building: workshops, keynotes, creative moments and chances to connect with brilliant people from across UCL and beyond.
Dip into as many sessions as you like. Follow your curiosity. Collect some unexpected insights along the way. We're excited to see you there!